ICRISAT Life Sciences Technician Vacancy

ICRISAT seeks applications from Indian nationals for the post of Research Technician to be based at Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh, India. This is a nationally recruited position.

Responsibilities:

  • To supervise on-farm farmer participatory action research trials in different districts of Andhra Pradesh under the Government of AP-ICRISAT Project on Bhoochetana involving rainfed crops.
  • To interact with the farmers, researchers and Department of Agriculture officials and act as a liaison person in the district.
  • To travel within the district and providing technical support to the Farm Facilitators/Lead Farmers and Farmers in the district.
  • To record scientific data, collecting of the information about the farmers and undertaking the crop cutting experiments to record yields in the demonstration plots.

Competencies:

  • Fluent in English and local language (telugu) (both written and spoken).
  • Proficiency in Computer skills (Ms- Office, data analysis).
  • Should be a good team player and adaptable to working in multicultural team.

Requirements:

  • Graduate (B.Sc – Agri / B.Sc in Biological Sciences) with related experience.
  • Candidate with flair for field work and  group interactions.
  • Highly proficient in MS-Office suite, with special reference to Powerpoint and Excel.
  • Willingness to travel as per needs of the job.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills with pleasing personality.

General: This position is a nationally recruited staff position for two years and renewable based on the performance of the incumbent and the Institute's continuing need for the position. An attractive compensation is offered for the right candidate.

How to Apply: The application should include an up-to-date resume, a recent passport size photograph, names and addresses (including phone & e-mail) of three referees and date of availability. Please send applications stating the job title clearly on the application/envelope, to Human Resources Services, ICRISAT, Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh 502 324, or by E-mail toicrisat.nrsjobs@cgiar.org, latest by 21 October 2013. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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